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Clinohedrite
Clinohedrite

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Clinohedrite and Hauyne Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.3352.4-2.5
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Clinohedrite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinohedrite and Hauyne physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Clinohedrite and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Clinohedrite- CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Clinohedrite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinohedrite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinohedrite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinohedrite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.